Hindi · Common Verbs
दौड़ना
daudna
To run
Beginnerverb
Definition
To move quickly on foot.
Example
वह सुबह-सुबह दौड़ता है।
He runs early in the morning.
Etymology
'दौड़ना' (daudna) comes from the Sanskrit root 'दौड़ित' (daudita), meaning 'to run.' It reflects the activity of movement across different Indo-European languages.
How & Where It’s Used
'दौड़ना' is used in both spoken and written contexts but is mainly common in informal settings, including casual conversations and sports.